FMCG Sales Director: Growth & Strategy Leader

OERTZENGroup; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing consumer products company is seeking a Sales Director to lead and optimize their US sales team. The successful candidate will drive strategic growth and ensure operational excellence, with a focus on building strong customer relationships and leveraging market insights. Applicants should have over 10 years of experience in sales leadership, ideally within the FMCG sector, and possess strong negotiation and relationship-building skills. This full-time role is located in New York, NY.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of proven sales leadership experience, preferably in consumer goods.
• Proficiency in interpreting syndicated data and market insights.
• Ability to lead and develop a high-performing sales team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a sales strategy for growth.
• Manage customer P&L and strengthen key account relationships.
• Drive customer-centric strategies through joint business planning.

Skills

Sales leadership

Negotiation skills

Relationship-building

Data analysis

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field

MBA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Syndicated data (IRI/Nielsen)

Job description

A growing consumer products company is seeking a Sales Director to lead and optimize their US sales team. The successful candidate will drive strategic growth and ensure operational excellence, with a focus on building strong customer relationships and leveraging market insights. Applicants should have over 10 years of experience in sales leadership, ideally within the FMCG sector, and possess strong negotiation and relationship-building skills. This full-time role is located in New York, NY.